Poco F7 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Poco F7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 leads — 51/100 vs 30/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Poco F7 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 215g).

The Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 21 points (51/100 vs 30/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F7
Performance 40
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 65
Design 31
Value for money 82
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Poco F7 better?
  • Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 44W

  • Higher performance (40/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 215g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco F7 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Poco F7 scores 21 points higher (51/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 leads (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 leads (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (40/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (65/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (65/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).

Poco F7: The Poco F7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Poco F7 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 2205289
Geekbench Single 2070
Geekbench Multi 6694
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2712x1220 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 6500 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 90W 44W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP54
Dimensions 163.1×77.9×8.2 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 215 g 188 g
Price $399
Camera comparison
Poco F7
  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Poco F7
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Poco F7
  • 6500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco F7
$399
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (40/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 is a bit better (32/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (65/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Poco F7 (65/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco F7 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F7 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F7 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by 21 points (51/100 vs 30/100).

What is the rating of the Poco F7 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F7 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco F7 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F7 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F7 leads on performance (40/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco F7 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Poco F7 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.